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Question: I was thinking about running my car in Stock Eliminator. What class would my 1965 Nova SS with a 283 cubic inch motor that was rated at 220 horsepower from the factory fall into with an automatic transmission? Answer: You could run I/SA, J/SA or K/SA with your combination. To get the minimum weight of your car in J/SA the calculation is done as follows. Bottom of the J class is 12.50 X factored hp of 223 = 2787.5 lbs + 170 for driver = 2957.5 lbs. We roun

Question: Do I need an engine diaper on my 1969 Super Pro Camaro to run at my local NHRA Track? Answer: You need to check with your local NHRA Track to see if their rules require any type of oil-retention device, there are a number of tracks that do require oil-containment if running quicker than 9.99 in the 1/4-mile or 6.40 in the 1/8-mile before you can run. 70728

Question: One of my racing buddies said I would need to replace my rollcage padding to SFI 45.1 before I race.Is this correct? Answer: In the 2018 NHRA Rulebook on page 5 of section 4A, page 5, Roll-Cage Padding it reads “Roll-cage padding meeting SFI Spec 45.1 mandatory on any vehicle running 9.99 (*6.39) and quicker. Padding must be used anywhere driver’s helmet may come in contact with roll-cage components.” This not only applies to E.T. Racing but to any class or v

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Question: I have been running my 1968 Pontiac GTO in F/SA for a number of years. I was told by an NHRA Tech Inspector that I need to install a head protector since I have low back seats. Is this correct? Answer: The NHRA Tech Inspector told you correctly. Per the 2018 NHRA Rulebook General Regulations, section 21, page 44, 10:6 Head Protector it states “In any car where a roll bar or roll cage is installed, a padded head protector must be provided at the back of the

Question: I’m installing a new fuel cell in the trunk of my Pro ET car. If I use an aluminum fuel cell will I still need to run a ground wire to it? Answer The 2018 NHRA Rulebook in the General Regulations section 21, page 4, 1:5 Fuel Systems, Tanks: the last sentence states “Nonmetallic fuel cells or tanks must be grounded to frame”. So to answer your question, an aluminum fuel cell is automatically grounded by mounting it to the frame and in turn no additional grou

May 17, 2018 The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the Class Guide. Ford 2015 138 264/264 added Mustang 70836

May 17, 2018 The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the blueprint specifications. Ford 138 264/264 added Mustang 2015 70835

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Change in Division Four Technical Questions Email and Phone Support

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Question: I have purchased 2018 Dodge Demon, can I bracket race the car as it is from the factory with no modifications in any way? Answer: Yes, for all 2008 OEM model-year and newer unaltered production cars running slower than 9.99 and 135 mph, they do not have to meet the requirements and specifications for the Summit Racing Series unless the car is a T-top or convertible. All drivers, however, must meet the helmet and protective clothing requirements. 70462

Question: I was told I am required to have a 6-point driver restraint system in my Top Sportsman car; is this correct? Answer: That is not correct. A quick-release, 3-inch minimum width restraint system, with a 2-inch crotch strap, meeting SFI Spec 16.1 or 2-inch-minimum-width driver restraint system, with 2-inch crotch strap meeting SFI Spec 16.5 is mandatory in all cars in competition required by the rules to have a roll bar or roll cage. 70461

Question: I am finishing up the chassis on my new altered that I plan to debut soon. I would like to install a rear wing on the roll cage, but I would like to know if there are any rules I should be aware of before mounting it to the chassis. Answer: For all open-wheel/body cars where rear wings are permitted and mounted to the roll cage, the wing may either be fully mounted to the roll cage via plates and/or short brackets; maximum 6 inches center-to-center between the uppe

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Question: I am finishing up my new AA/AT Competition Eliminator car. Am I allowed to use a lockup converter in this car? Answer: In Competition eliminator lockup converters are prohibited. 70459

4/24/2018 As the result of runs under the Automatic Horsepower Factoring System (AHFS) 1.20-second under policy at the NHRA division 1 event, the following changes have been made. The horsepower rating for 14-15 Chevrolet Copo, entries with the 427 cubic inch engine and a factory rating of 450 currently rated at 483, has been increased by sixteen horsepower, to 499 horsepower; for Stock Eliminator. The horsepower rating for 1980 Dodge Mirada, entries with the 360 cubic inch e

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Question: Are there any specifications for oil lines in Top Sportsman? Answer: All flexible-pressure oil lines, excluding return lines and any line 30psi or lower in pressure, must pass a minimum 300psi test for 30 seconds with no indications of separation, weeping, leaking, etc. Competitors may test and tag their own lines. Label must indicate date, psi, and tester ID; label must be impervious to fuel and brake-clean. 70458

4/17/2018 The horsepower rating for 1970 Chevrplet Camaro, entries with the 350 cubic inch engine and a factory rating of 300 currently rated at 296, has been decreased by ten horsepower, to 286 horsepower; for Stock Eliminator. These changes are effective April 17, 2018. 70691